Knowing like they do that it is going to you and the results will be reported on here, I wonder if they inspected ,tested and rechecked this machine to insure itsperformance? That would seem the logical thing to do.

Knowing like they do that it is going to you and the results will be reported on here, I wonder if they inspected ,tested and rechecked this machine to insure itsperformance? That would seem the logical thing to do.

The Vario is a great little grinder. If you keep an eye out on the Baratza web site you can pick up a refurbished Vario for $360+ shipping. I hope it's okay to mention that!

The weight system is nice, I'm sure, but if you buy a small scale instead you can use it to check your dose and the weight of your shots. I believe the weight based grinder doesn't dose into a portafilter too, which is a small detail for most. I feel a sense of urgency after the coffee is ground and want to get the shot pulled quickly so the extra step is unwelcome.

FWIW it takes about 9.5 seconds to grind 14gm of espresso on my Vario. Not super fast, but clump free, cool and consistent.

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